Grandview Park- Trail Running
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Summary
Grandview Park, part of the New River Gorge National River, is easily accessible and offers runners 2 short trails that wind through a lush forest.
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Distance
2.0 miles
There are 7 total trails at the park, but only 2 are suitable for running. The Big Buck trail is the longer of the running trails at .9 miles, while the Woodland Loop Trail is .6 miles. They can be combined for a 1.5-mile run.
Destination Distance From Downtown
45.8 miles
Difficulty
1 of 5 diamonds
The trails suitable for running are smooth and wide with few ascents or descents.
Time To Complete
0 hours
This is a great spot for a quick trail run, and should take around 20-30 minutes to complete.
Seasonality
All Seasons
This park is gorgeous no matter what time of year you visit. The park closes earlier in the fall and winter, and is strictly day use.
Dog Friendly
On Leash Only
Most trails are very narrow and have large drop-offs, so while the park is technically dog friendly, it’s safer to keep them around the camping areas and not on the trails.
Fees Permits
No
This park is part of the New River Gorge National River, and no fee is charged in any area throughout the Gorge.
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